Argument

At 900 AM GMT (0900 UTC), the center of Subtropical Storm Patty was located near latitude 39.9 North and longitude 34.4 West. The storm is moving east-southeast at approximately 11 km/h. A faster movement to the east-southeast is expected throughout tonight, followed by a turn to the east and east-northeast on Sunday and Monday.

Maximum sustained winds are around 50 mph (85 km/h), with higher gusts possible. Little change in intensity is expected today, but gradual weakening is expected through early next week. Patty may strengthen into a post-tropical hurricane late Sunday.

Winds of 40 mph extend outward from the center for up to 205 miles (335 km).

The estimated minimum central pressure is 986 mb (29.12 inches).

Watches and Alerts

There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

Terrain Hazards

WIND: Tropical storm conditions are possible in parts of the Azores this weekend. For more information, see the products published by the meteorological service in the Azores.

PRECIPITATION: Patty is expected to produce rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches, or 25 to 50 millimeters, across the Azores through Sunday.

SURF: Waves generated by Patty will affect the Azores in the next few days. These waves are likely to cause life-threatening surf and disrupt existing conditions. Please consult your local weather office’s products.